Welcome to Easter weekend in Bern! We've got a fantastic Easter Party lined up on Sunday, plus a couple of great regional options for egg hunts and family brunches that fall right over Saturday and Sunday. Check out the fun happening around the city.
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Easter Egg Hunt at the Santa Claus Hamlet
Hameau du Père Noël (Near Bern)
Free or low-cost outdoor egg hunt excitement just outside the city.
Barry – The Legendary St Bernard Dog Exhibition
Naturhistorisches Museum
Indoor historical fun learning about the famous local hero dog.
Easter Egg Hunt at the Santa Claus Hamlet
Hameau du Père Noël (Near Bern)
Classic Easter fun with egg hunting running Sunday too.
· April 4
2: Keep an eye out across the region for special Easter activities like markets, brunches, and potential egg hunts running throughout the holiday period, including this weekend.It covers both days of the weekend and promises family-friendly Easter activities across the region, giving parents flexibility.
EASTER EGG HUNT AT THE SANTA CLAUS HAMLETFREE : Take a short trip outside Bern for a fun Easter egg hunt running throughout the first weekend of April at the Santa Claus Hamlet.Egg hunts are essential for this weekend, and this one is specifically listed as running on Saturday.
· April 5
2KIDS' PARTY: EASTER PARTY : Celebrate Easter with a huge party featuring dancing, karaoke, crafts, painting, and pantomime. They also serve healthy snacks to keep the energy up after all the fun activities.This is the only fully Bern-based, dated event explicitly for children happening this weekend, perfect for Sunday afternoon fun.
A LOOK BACK AT TIME : This exhibit runs all year but offers a fascinating look at historical school settings, which can be engaging for older kids curious about 'how things used to be'. Available Sunday.It's a unique local museum exhibit confirmed to be running on Sunday.
Also On· anytime this weekend
2: Enjoy a family brunch experience at the Signal de Bougy, which is running throughout April, including this Sunday.A nice option for a relaxed Sunday morning/lunch outside the city centre, specifically running this Sunday.
: Visit the Natural History Museum to see the exhibition dedicated to Barry, the famous and legendary St. Bernard dog. A great indoor activity if the weather turns sour on Saturday.It's a reliable indoor option clearly flagged for families, available all day Saturday.
Frequently Asked Questions
What dedicated kids' events are happening in Bern city centre this weekend?
The main city event is the Kids' Party: Easter Party at Tanzhaus Bern on Sunday, April 5th, featuring dancing, crafts, and karaoke.
Are there any Easter-specific events running on Saturday, April 4th?
Yes, look for regional Easter activities like markets and egg hunts as part of the 'Easter in the Bern Region' umbrella, and the Easter Egg Hunt at the Santa Claus Hamlet is also running on Saturday.
What's a good option if the weather is bad on Sunday?
The Naturhistorisches Museum featuring the 'Barry – The Legendary St Bernard Dog Exhibition' is open all day Sunday and is clearly marked as family-friendly.
